Complete Structural & Mechanical Inspection
A hands-on assessment of essential systems and integrity:
Soundboard, bridges, and pinblock health
String condition and downbearing
Action mechanism and keywork responsiveness
Pedal system and trapwork
Exterior and finish condition
✔️ Detailed Written Report
Delivered electronically or on printed stationery, your report includes:
Make, model, serial number, and estimated age
Condition summary (interior & exterior)
Market value estimate range
Notes on mechanical health and playability
Recommendations for tuning, repair, or restoration
✔️ Steinway Factory History Check
We research your piano through Steinway records to confirm:
Year and place of manufacture
Original specifications
Historical context related to production era
Steinway pianos are engineered to provide generations of beautiful music, but like any fine instrument, age and environment play an important role in long-term performance. Over time, certain components naturally wear and can gradually affect tone, responsiveness, and reliability.
Proper climate control and routine professional maintenance can slow this process down . In Alberta, dry air and insufficeient humidity control and temperature swings compromise a piano’s condition much sooner than expected.
At Piano Centre, we’ve seen well maintained, decades old Steinways in better condition than instruments half their age simply because they were properly cared for in stable environments. Our Steinway appraisal allows us to accurately assess these factors and provide owners with clear insight into the true health and value of their instrument.